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Red, White, and Blue Treats for Independence Day
The Fourth of July showcases the colors of the American flag, which is also conveniently the best time of year for most red, white, and blue fruits! It’s important to try to have a variety of different colored fruits in your diet. Each color contains different phytochemicals that have various health benefits and can reduce […]
Summer BBQ Tips After Weight Loss Surgery
It’s time for some summer fun! There are many reasons over the summer to celebrate and have fun with friends and family. Just to be able to get out and enjoy the warmer weather, have grill outs, and go swimming. But then there’s also special occasions like graduation parties, and then of course the most […]
Simple High Protein Chicken and Tuna Salad Lunch Ideas
Cottage Cheese Tuna salad Ingredients 3 5 oz cans albacore tuna, drained well 1 cup cottage cheese 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 2 celery stalk finely chopped 2 Tablespoons capers chopped 1/4 cup diced dill pickles Juice from 1/2 lemon about 1 TB 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried dill […]
Eating Healthy on a Budget
With grocery prices continuing to rise, it’s important to know what are some healthy foods that can be cheaper and versatile in various meals. Here’s some examples: Generally Cheaper Macro Nutrient Options: Protein: Eggs, Canned Tuna, Whole chicken, Tofu, Flank/Tri tip Steak Carbs: Lentils, Potatoes, Beans, Oats Fats: Sunflower Seeds, Peanuts, Extra Virgin Olive Oil […]
Mashed Cauliflower
Serves 2 Ingredients 2 lbs fresh cauliflower or one 12 oz bag frozen 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup low fat parmesan/cheddar cheese Directions Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and cook for about 10 minutes. Drain and add the olive oil, cheese, salt, […]
Turkey Burger Bowls
Ingredients 1-pound ground turkey 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste 2 ½ cup low fat shredded cheese Chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce for serving Directions Preheat oven to 400°F Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray Put ground turkey in a bowl. Add egg, salt, and pepper and mix well […]
Cloud Eggs
Ingredients 2 eggs ¼ cup chopped spinach ¼ cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Black pepper to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 450 and line a small to medium size baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate the egg whites from the yolks by putting the egg whites in a […]
Cheesy Taco Shells
Ingredients 1 cup low fat shredded cheese Pepper to taste ½ pound ground turkey Shredded lettuce, chopped red onions, diced tomatoes, and other desired toppings Directions Preheat oven to 375° Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray Place 2 piles of ½ cup of cheese on the parchment […]
Baked Apple Chips
Serves 2 Ingredients 2 apples of your choice 1 teaspoon cinnamon Directions Preheat oven to 225° F Wash and dry the apples Core the apples and then slice apples horizontally as thin as possible to form rings. Or slice the apple horizontally first and then remove the core from each slice Put the apples slices […]
Create Your Own Egg Wrap
Serves 1 Ingredients 2 eggs Splash of water or skim milk Salt and pepper to taste Directions Spray a small non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture to thinly coat the bottom on the skillet. Tilt the skillet as needed to allow the eggs to cook […]